Salary:
See ‘Informational Handout’ for salary ranges
How to Apply:
Applications are submitted online until Thursday, October 3, 2024 12:00 p.m. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application.
Minimum Requirements:
Requirements for Submitting an Eligible Application:
- Must be a United States Citizen
- Must have a high school diploma or a GED equivalent
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Applicants who meet the above requirements AND possess Act 120 certification or graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Training Academy will be given preference during the selection process.
IMPORTANT: Any applicant on the current eligibility list must apply again in order to be considered for future employment. See ‘Informational Handout’ for further details regarding the hiring process.
Written Test Information:
Position Summary:
The Sheriff and the Deputy Sheriffs are authorized to make arrests for any and all violations of criminal statutes and ordinances. The Sheriff’s Office is the law enforcement arm of the courts and includes the extradition of prisoners between any other jurisdiction in the United States and Allegheny County. The Sheriff’s Office is responsible for the processing, docketing and service of Civil Court papers, the collection of fees for services, and the issuance of licenses to firearms dealers and persons wishing to carry concealed weapons. The Office assists federal, state, city, borough, and township law enforcement agencies when requested.
Scope of the Selection Process:
- Written Examination
- Physical Agility Test
- Background Investigation
- Polygraph Examination
- Panel Interview
- Psychological Examination
- Medical Examination
- Nelson Denny Reading Test (applicable to eligible applicants who need to attend the Allegheny County Police Academy)
- Entry into the Allegheny County Police Academy, if applicable, to those hired
Link to Informational Handout: https://www.alleghenycounty.us/files/assets/county/v/3/government/employment/documents/informational-handout-county-sheriff-2024.pdf
Overview:
Duties:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
#INDSJ
Residency:
Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans' Preference:
Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D